Bed sores are common problems for seniors, as well as for others
who have trouble moving or changing positions without help.
When bed sores develop on the body of a nursing home patient,
however, it is often a sign that the patient is not getting
the care that he or she requires.

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Also called pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, bed sores can
develop when a particular part of the body is subject to
friction or pressure for long periods. Patients who require
nursing home care often spend a great deal of time lying
in bed or sitting in a chair. The pressure caused by sitting
can restrict the flow of blood to the affected area, which
can cause wounds to develop. Bed sores are commonly found
on a patient's:

Shoulder blades;

Head;

Hips;

Tailbone;

Back of the arms or legs;

Heels; and

Ears.

When left untreated, bed sores can quickly become infected.
In severe cases, life-threatening conditions can develop.

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At Walsh, Knippen & Cetina, Chartered, we know that with
proper care and attention, bed sores are usually preventable.
Proper care includes regular position adjustments and changing
soiled bedsheets and pillowcases. The appearance of bed sores
may be an indicator that the nursing home staff is not monitoring
or caring for patients properly. If one patient in a given
facility has bed sores, others may have them as well, as
nursing home neglect is often a problem throughout the home.

If you suspect that your loved one has developed bed sores
due to a lack of care in a nursing home, you can count on
our firm to help you. We will conduct a thorough investigation
of the facility to find any information that could be useful
in your case. Our team will guide you in documenting your
loved one's injuries and obtaining medical records so that
those responsible can be held liable for their actions.

Helping Victims Seek Compensation

Nursing home neglect and abuse cases can generate large settlements
and verdicts for victims and their families. Such awards
are intended not only to compensate victims but also to encourage
nursing homes across the state and around the country to
improve their standards of care. Our team is proud to be
a part of the effort to hold nursing homes accountable when
they fail their patients.

If your loved one is in a nursing home and is suffering from
bed sores,
contact our office. Call 630-462-1980 to discuss your available options in a free, no-obligation
consultation. Walsh, Knippen & Cetina, Chartered serves
nursing home residents and their families in Wheaton, DuPage
County, Kane County, Cook County, Will County, and throughout
northern Illinois.